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Editor’s Note: Fifty Years of the Food Revolution Over the past fifty years, the way Americans think about food has quietly transformed. What was once dominated by industrial production has given way to a renewed...
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No dogs at the farmers markets
Yes — your fur-baby is part of the family. But when it comes to shopping at the farmers market, pets unfortunately have to stay home. California law is very clear on this issue, and Certified...
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If you’ve ever stood at the Aptos Farmers Market holding an unfamiliar vegetable and wondering what on earth to do with it, chances are Chef Andrew Cohen appeared at your elbow with a smile. “Oh,...
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Crowd photo taken at the Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College.
In 2026, the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets proudly celebrates 50 years of serving the Central Coast—five decades of bringing farmers and communities together through food, stewardship, and shared purpose. What began in 1976 as...
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With the holiday season (and plenty of cooking!) just around the corner, now is the perfect time to get your kitchen tools in shape. One of the easiest ways to make your holiday cooking smoother—and...
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Spend the day with your guests—not in the kitchen. Chef Jody Lombardo at Bay Living Culinary is offering classic Thanksgiving side dishes and chef kits you can pre-order and pick up at the Aptos Farmers...
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As we approach the holiday season, we’re reminded how fortunate we are to live in a community that truly cares for one another. For nearly fifty years, the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets have thrived...
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We’re honored to share that the Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets (MBCFM) received several community awards in 2025 — a reflection of the farmers, food artisans, and loyal customers who make our markets such vibrant...
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